Greater Spotted Dogfish

Saltwater
Greater Spotted Dogfish - Irish Sea Saltwater Fish Species
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Irish Name:
Fíogach Mór
Scientific Name:
Scyliorhinus stellaris

Description

Larger than lesser spotted variety. Found around rocky reefs. Also called nursehound.

Identification

Larger spots than lesser spotted. Nasal flaps reach mouth. Dark blotches.

Species Information
  • Category Sea
  • Habitat Saltwater
  • Average Weight 4.00 kg
Specimen Threshold

Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:

Weight 7.257 kg
(16.00 lbs)
Length 115.0 cm
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